Space and Scale by Auke de VriesSpace and Scale by Auke de Vries

In his sculptures Auke the Vries aims to control and 'handle' space, and his works create a link between the street, the architecture and the infrastructure. In this lecture De Vries explains how he 'manages' and defines space. Until 25 June, Museum Beelden aan Zee celebrates the artist with a major overview of his recent work.

'The sculptures that De Vries creates are often abstract, but also make reference to reality. There are recognizable architectural shapes that bring to mind bird houses, tree houses, a place at which to stay for a little while. The stay is temporary, but so is the place itself, as it appears to be able to ascend, take off or sail away. Intuition and imaginary leaps are important elements in the creative process. The sculptures in public spaces are characterized by long, fanciful stakes that reach out into the air.'

In the Beelden aan Zee Museum's Grote Zaal and the adjacent outside areas the artist creates a new world in which the works and the architecture of the building relate to each other in a balanced, almost theatrical exhibition. The exhibition can be seen until 25 June 2017.